Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan requested a 'very naked' scene after being body-shamed
ok.co.ukThe latest season of Bridgerton has dropped, part one that is, and actress Nicola Coughlan, who plays Penelope Featherington, has revealed being body-shamed meant she asked to do a nude scene.The series is known for its delicate love stories entwined with a racy scene or two, and Nicola explains that for a season exploring her character’s love life - she asked to be ‘very naked’.
During an interview with Stylist, Nicola admitted: “I specifically asked for certain lines and moments to be included. "There's one scene where I'm very naked on camera, and that was my idea, my choice.
It just felt like the biggest ‘f**k you' to all the conversation surrounding my body; it was amazingly empowering." Nicola’s steamy scenes are alongside her co-star Luke Newton who plays Colin Bridgerton who has also commented on those scenes.
In an interview with British Airways’ High Life Luke said: “Looking back, it was a breeze. She’s my friend, so we just giggle about it. “There are those moments when you come out of your body and go, ‘Oh, millions of people will see this.’ But then I’ve been an actor for many years now.
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